South-western-style Salad

South-western-style Salad
  • Author: Anonymous

This vibrant and refreshing salad combines the sweetness of corn with the earthiness of black beans, creamy avocado chunks, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese. Tossed in a flavorful dressing with a hint of cumin and a kick of Tabasco sauce, this dish is a delightful mix of colors and flavors that is perfect for a summer meal or a light lunch.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 2 sweetcorn
  • 400g can black beans , drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado , cut into chunks
  • 200g cherry tomatoes , halved
  • 4 spring onions , roughly chopped
  • 100g feta cheese , crumbled
  • lime wedges, to serve (optional)
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp chipotle Tabasco sauce (use regular Tabasco if you can't find this)
  • juice and zest 2 limes
  • 1 tbsp sherry vinegar
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Boil the corn for 10 mins in salted water, rinse in cold water, then cut the kernels off. Tip the beans into a bowl with the cooked corn, avocado, tomatoes and spring onions.
  • Mix the dressing ingredients with some seasoning, then pour over the salad. Toss together well, scatter the feta over the top and serve with lime wedges, if using.

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Cook Time

10M

Prep Time

PT20M

Yield

Serves 2

Nutrition

  • Calories: 612 calories
  • Fat Content: 38 grams fat
  • Saturated Fat Content: 9 grams saturated fat
  • Carbohydrate Content: 47 grams carbohydrates
  • Sugar Content: 9 grams sugar
  • Fiber Content: 9 grams fiber
  • Protein Content: 24 grams protein
  • Sodium Content: 2.83 milligram of sodium